Salt dough ornaments are a classic craft that your kids will love to make. For the perfect ones: Combine 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1 cup salt, and 1 1/2 cups of warm water in a mixing bowl. Knead until the dough is firm and smooth. Roll out dough and cut desired shapes (use a straw to poke a hole for hanging). Bake at 300°F until dry, approximately 1 hour; cool completely.

Whip out your palette and paintbrush to create your very own work of art. Follow this crafter’s lead and decorate yours with a simple design, or go for swirls, flowers, or anything else you can dream up.

Even the most basic cross stitchers can nail this easy Christmas craft and ornament project. If you want to skip the sewing all together, used festive fabric in lieu of the black cloth. Your ornament will look just as cute!

Though this blogger used her ornament to commemorate her baby's "first Christmas," you can stamp these clay and gold-painted beauties with any message you like—or adorn them with names and give one to family members.

We all have some scratched or broken CDs lying around, so put them to good use by adorning a set of inexpensive clear bulbs with its pieces. It's a savvy way to save money on craft supplies while adding some sparkle and shine to your Christmas tree.

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